Comics on Film: Why the 'Joker' Origin Film Will Lead to Alternate Cinematic DC Universes

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Superhero comics are the homes of some of the most fantastic and engaging fictional characters ever created. While the heroes have legions of fans all over the world, arguably — and seemingly as with any genre or franchise that's appeared in movies — people seem to be just as, or perhaps even more enamored with the chaotic personalities of the villains bold enough to face these heroes. Perhaps no greater comic book villain fascination exists than with Batman's arch nemesis, the Joker. Of every major comic book supervillain, the Joker is the one that seems to engender the most passion, the most discussion, and the most amazement. It's easy to see why. In his best stories, he's an absolute enigma: unchained from the inhibitions that come with rational...
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